Hertz, CODA Automotive Enables Easier Electric Vehicle Travel

The Hertz Corporation, a global general use airport car rental brand, has announced a joint partnership with CODA Automotive, a car manufacturer that specializes in an all-electric vehicle.

Both companies will work toward bringing, in 2011, the new four-door, five-passenger all-electric CODA Sedans to Hertz's California locations as part of the Hertz Global EV program.

Hertz Global EV said that it will be the first company to provide a range of all-electric vehicles and charging stations on a rental and car-sharing basis at global scale. Boasting a range of 90 to 120 miles per charge during all seasons, the CODA Sedan will join vehicles from Nissan and other manufacturers as part of Hertz Global EV's diverse fleet.

The CODA Sedan can be plugged straight into a standard household unit, among other charging options, according to a release.

"Hertz's partnership with CODA Automotive is another element of our long term strategy to provide consumers with electric vehicle access on a global scale," said Mark P. Frissora, Hertz chairman and chief executive officer. "As we continue to build out our EV and PHEV infrastructure, we get closer to making electric vehicle travel an everyday reality."

“CODA Automotive and Hertz share the goal of bringing EV technology to the everyday consumer and making electric-vehicle travel easy and seamless,” said Mark Jamieson, chief financial officer and chief operating officer, CODA Automotive. “Hertz has the industry expertise and extensive global network, and we have a revolutionary vehicle and unmatched devotion to the all-electric platform -- together it's a winning combination.”

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